Are you ready to walk the path of shadows?

Whether you're an assassin initiate, or an experienced mentor of the Brotherhood we put together a few helpful tips and a deep dive of the Assassin's Creed timeline to prepare you for your journey in Assassin's Creed Mirage!


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Assassin’s Creed Mirage is now available on Steam!

Step into the robes of Basim Ibn Ishaq as he grows from amateur thief to master Assassin.

Learn more about Assassin's Creed Mirage:

A shorter, more narrative-driven game than recent entries in the series, Assassin's Creed Mirage takes place 20 years before the events of Assassin's Creed Valhalla.

Built as an homage to the first Assassin's Creed games, Mirage pays tribute to the series' roots, as players join the proto-Assassin order known as the Hidden Ones and grow to become a master assassin. Baghdad in the ninth century was a bustling metropolis, and it serves as the perfect dense, urban hunting ground as Basim stalks his prey using the series' largest assortment of tools to date.

While they haven't quite adopted the name "Assassins" at this point in history, make no mistake: The Hidden Ones are a powerful and established order, with resources and the all-important creed to guide them. As Basim explores Baghdad, he'll be able to get contracts and upgrades from a network of Hidden One bureaus throughout the city, collect clues on his targets, and take them down with swift assassinations.

Learn more from the team directly!

Make sure to also catch up on our latest launch Q&A:

Do I need a Ubisoft Connect account to play the game?

• Yes, you will need a Ubisoft Connect account to play the game. If you don't already have one, you will be able to create your account on the first launch of the game. After linking your Steam and your Ubisoft Connect accounts, you won't need to log in to your Ubisoft Connect account anymore on the next game launch. Having a Ubisoft Connect account will let you keep your saves and progression on all platforms, and you will also earn extra rewards by completing additional challenges.

Do I need to download and install Ubisoft Connect separately?

• No, the Steam installation includes a lightweight version of Ubisoft Connect. No additional installation necessary.

Are Steam Achievements available in the game?

• Yes, the same achievements, as seen on other platforms and consoles, are available on Steam.

Am I able to play Assassin’s Creed Mirage on my Steam Deck?

• Assassin’s Creed Mirage is playable on Steam Deck. While it is currently displayed in the “Unknown category”, the “Playable” Steam Deck label will be coming in the next few weeks through a new update.
  This next update will allow to launch the game on Steam Deck with low settings by default to best optimize the experience.
  Note that applying higher settings may impact the experience and lead to instability when playing on Steam Deck.

Assassin's Creed Mirage launches with Steam achievements on October 17!

Be prepared to walk the path of shadows and test your skills.

We’re thrilled to announce that Assassin’s Creed Mirage will be released on Steam on October 17th.

Save the date and be prepared to walk the paths of shadows as you embark on this journey with Basim, in the dense and vibrant 9th Century Baghdad. Experience the transformative story of Basim Ibn Ishaq, from defiant young man into a refined Master Assassin with a conflicted destiny, in this heartfelt homage to the original Assassin’s Creed game.

To get you ready for the upcoming launch, we have prepared the following Q&A:

When will I be able to play Assassin’s Creed Mirage on Steam?

The game will be released worldwide on October 17th, at 10am PDT.

Will there be Achievements?

Yes, 50 achievements will be available for Assassin’s Creed Mirage. These will range from completing missions or ranking up, to performing specific actions. All details will be available on the AC Mirage Steam page.

Will I need a Ubisoft Connect account to play the game?

Yes, you will need a Ubisoft Connect account to play the game. If you don't already have one, you will be able to create your account on the first launch of the game. After linking your Steam and your Ubisoft Connect accounts, you won't need to log in to your Ubisoft Connect account anymore on the next game launch. Having a Ubisoft Connect account will let you keep your saves and progression on all platforms, and you will also earn extra rewards by completing additional challenges.

Will I need to download and install Ubisoft Connect separately?

No, the Steam installation includes a lightweight version of Ubisoft Connect. No additional installation necessary.

Will I be able to play Assassin’s Creed Mirage on my Steam Deck?

The game will be playable on Steam Deck, though it will at first be in the “Unknown category” at launch. The “Playable” Steam Deck label will come soon after release.


For more on Assassin's Creed Mirage, check out this hands-on gameplay preview[news.ubisoft.com], and find out more about how it'll bring players closer to the past with the History of Baghdad feature[news.ubisoft.com].

Assassin's Creed Mirage launches later this month on Steam, and if you're looking forward to exploring ninth-century Baghdad on a PC, we've got a rundown of specifications to help you figure out the right settings to get the best possible experience out of your machine.

As you experience the journey of Basim to become a Hidden One and undertake elaborate investigations and assassinations, you'll be able to immerse yourself in his world with an uncapped frame rate, even in 4K; simultaneously use a keyboard, mouse, and controller  (or other inputs); and get a dazzling panoramic view with HDR as well as multi-monitor and widescreen support. You'll also be able to leverage features like Intel's AI-assisted XeSS Super Sampling, Nvidia DLSS, or AMD FSR to upscale resolution while enabling hardware to pump out more frames per second; optimization for Intel Arc GPUs and 13th-generation CPUs; synchronize ambient lighting with the game's action using MSI's Mystic Light products; and even experience upper-body haptic feedback with the OWO Haptic Gaming System vest (which is also supported on consoles).

1080p, LOW PRESET, 30 FPS

• CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K (Intel Core i5-8400 for Intel Arc with ReBAR)/AMD Ryzen 5 1600
  
• GPU: Intel Arc A380 6GB/NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB/AMD Radeon RX 570 4GB
  
• RAM: 8GB (dual-channel mode)
  
• OS: Windows 10/11
  
• SSD Storage: 40 GB

1080p, HIGH PRESET, 60 FPS

• CPU: Intel Core i7-8700K/AMD Ryzen 5 3600
  
• GPU: Intel Arc A750 8GB/NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GB/AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6GB
  
• RAM: 16GB (dual-channel mode)
  
• OS: Windows 10/11
  
• SSD Storage: 40 GB

1440p (2K), HIGH PRESET, 60 FPS

• CPU: Intel Core i7-9700K/AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
  
• GPU: Intel Arc A770 8GB/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB/AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8GB
  
• RAM: 16GB (dual-channel mode)
  
• OS: Windows 10/11
  
• SSD Storage: 40 GB

2160p (4K), ULTRA PRESET, 60 FPS

• CPU: Intel Core i5-11600K/AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
  
• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 3080 10GB/AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT 16GB
  
• RAM: 16GB (dual-channel mode)
  
• OS: Windows 10/11
  
• SSD Storage: 40 GB

Find out how the Devs revitalized and played homage to the roots of Assassin's Creed[news.ubisoft.com], and how to get an in-depth experience the past with the History of Baghdad feature[news.ubisoft.com].

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Welcome to Baghdad, 9th century. Discover the powerful coming-of-age story of Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions seeking answers and justice.

Join an ancient organization and come to understand a new creed – one that will change Basim’s fate in ways he never could have imagined.

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Assassin's Creed Mirage is coming to Steam later this month.

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We can't wait to welcome more fans to our back to the roots experience set in 9th century Baghdad!